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Doctors’ union issues strike notice
Doctors’ union issues strike notice

Doctors’ union issues strike notice

Doctors’ union BVAS-ABSyM has submitted a strike notice for Monday 7 July in protest at the reform plans of federal Health minister Frank Vandenbroucke, the union confirmed on Saturday. Representatives handed over
1 day ago
UN: Up to 1,400 killed in Bangladesh protests crackdown
UN: Up to 1,400 killed in Bangladesh protests crackdown

UN: Up to 1,400 killed in Bangladesh protests crackdown

The UN human rights chief says officials from former PM Sheikh Hasina’s government and security services committed serious human rights violations. He said crimes against humanity may have been carried out. UN
4 months ago
German election: Border controls extended for 6 months
German election: Border controls extended for 6 months

German election: Border controls extended for 6 months

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has announced that border controls in Germany will remain in place for another six months. Meanwhile, the leader of the far-right AfD traveled to Budapest to meet with Hungary’s
4 months ago
Russia frees US history teacher Marc Fogel
Russia frees US history teacher Marc Fogel

Russia frees US history teacher Marc Fogel

A visiting US envoy secured the release of a history teacher detained in Russia, the White House said. A US official called it a “show of good faith” and sign of moving
4 months ago
Can Japan solve its growing overtourism crisis?
Can Japan solve its growing overtourism crisis?

Can Japan solve its growing overtourism crisis?

Record numbers of foreign travelers are visiting Japan, sparking friction with locals. Cities and travel operators are seeking ways to ease tensions and promote harmony. After a record-breaking year for tourist arrivals
4 months ago
Romania president resigns amid far-right pressure
Romania president resigns amid far-right pressure

Romania president resigns amid far-right pressure

Romania’s centrist president has stepped down following pressure from opposition far-right parties after a presidential election was annulled in December amid accusations of Russian meddling. Romania’s centrist president, Klaus Iohannis, announced his resignation
4 months ago
Ecuador's presidential race set for runoff
Ecuador's presidential race set for runoff

Ecuador’s presidential race set for runoff

Incumbent President Daniel Noboa, one of the youngest leaders in the world, has promised to continue to crack down on crime. He finished on top in Sunday’s vote, but only narrowly ahead
4 months ago
Colombia's Petro calls for Cabinet ministers to resign
Colombia's Petro calls for Cabinet ministers to resign

Colombia’s Petro calls for Cabinet ministers to resign

The president accused his ministers of performing poorly on key projects. Colombian President Gustavo Petro asked members of his Cabinet to resign on Sunday.  The demand came after he criticized the Cabinet for its underwhelming
4 months ago
Colombia's Petro calls for Cabinet ministers to resign
Colombia's Petro calls for Cabinet ministers to resign

Colombia’s Petro calls for Cabinet ministers to resign

The president accused his ministers of performing poorly on key projects. Colombian President Gustavo Petro asked members of his Cabinet to resign on Sunday.  The demand came after he criticized the Cabinet for its underwhelming
4 months ago
Kosovo ruling party set to come first in election
Kosovo ruling party set to come first in election

Kosovo ruling party set to come first in election

The party of Prime Minister Albin Kurti appears set to secure the most Assembly seats, according to preliminary results. Vetevendosje is not likely to win a majority, however. Kosovo’s ruling party appeared
4 months ago
Germany: Nearly 90% of voters fear manipulation
Germany: Nearly 90% of voters fear manipulation

Germany: Nearly 90% of voters fear manipulation

A poll of German voters found that 88% fear manipulation from foreign actors or governments as they prepare to cast ballots on February 23. Russia and the US ranked as the perceived
5 months ago
Thailand PM's China visit aims to allay safety concerns
Thailand PM's China visit aims to allay safety concerns

Thailand PM’s China visit aims to allay safety concerns

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s four-day visit to China this week comes amid acute concerns over cross-border online scamming centers and tourist safety. In talks with China’s leadership this week, including President
5 months ago
Sara Duterte: Philippine House backs impeachment of VP
Sara Duterte: Philippine House backs impeachment of VP

Sara Duterte: Philippine House backs impeachment of VP

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, whose father is a former president, has been impeached by the House of Representatives amid allegations of multiple crimes. The move paves the way for a trial
5 months ago
Trump orders US withdrawal from UN bodies
Trump orders US withdrawal from UN bodies

Trump orders US withdrawal from UN bodies

The order also prompts a review of US funding for the United Nations. Trump made similar moves during his first term and has long railed against the United Nations over perceived anti-Washington
5 months ago
Trump suggests US 'ownership' of Gaza as Netanyahu visits
Trump suggests US 'ownership' of Gaza as Netanyahu visits

Trump suggests US ‘ownership’ of Gaza as Netanyahu visits

Trump said that Palestinians could “permanently” be resettled from Gaza during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It comes after a ceasefire deal was struck between Israel and
5 months ago
Delhi election 2025: Voting begins in Indian capital
Delhi election 2025: Voting begins in Indian capital

Delhi election 2025: Voting begins in Indian capital

Polling has started in India’s capital of New Delhi in a crucial state legislature election. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ruling BJP aims to wrest control of the crucial city from Arvind Kejriwal’s
5 months ago
Greenland PM proposes election, foreign donation ban
Greenland PM proposes election, foreign donation ban

Greenland PM proposes election, foreign donation ban

Greenland’s prime minister has proposed an election for March 11. The announcement came with Greenland’s parliament mulling a ban on foreign political donations, with Donald Trump repeating his interest in the territory.
5 months ago
German ex-Chancellor Gerhard Schröder experiencing burnout
German ex-Chancellor Gerhard Schröder experiencing burnout

German ex-Chancellor Gerhard Schröder experiencing burnout

Gerhard Schröder is receiving treatment for burnout and a “pronounced lack of energy,” his doctors said. Germany’s controversial former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder is receiving treatment for signs of burnout. Schröder is “suffering from severe burnout syndrome
5 months ago
NATO ex-boss Stoltenberg named Norway's finance minister
NATO ex-boss Stoltenberg named Norway's finance minister

NATO ex-boss Stoltenberg named Norway’s finance minister

NATO’s former Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg has been appointed Norway finance minister in a Cabinet reshuffle announced early Tuesday morning. Jens Stoltenberg, the former secretary-general of NATO, has been appointed as finance minister of Norway,
5 months ago
German president travels to Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey
German president travels to Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey

German president travels to Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Turkey

Frank-Walter Steinmeier kicked off a three-day tour of the Middle East on Monday when he held talks with Saudi Arabia’s Mohammed bin Salman. Berlin’s reputation in the region has suffered due to
5 months ago
Syrian interim president vows to form inclusive government
Syrian interim president vows to form inclusive government

Syrian interim president vows to form inclusive government

In his first televised speech as interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa promised to form an inclusive government and build strong state institutions. A day after being named Syria’s interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa pledged Thursday
5 months ago
85% Greenlanders oppose joining the US — poll
85% Greenlanders oppose joining the US — poll

85% Greenlanders oppose joining the US — poll

The poll comes after US President Donald Trump insisted that Greenlanders were keen on independence from Denmark. An opinion poll showed that 85% of Greenlanders oppose joining the US after President Donald Trump insisted that people
5 months ago
Germany: Verdi union calls DHL strike
Germany: Verdi union calls DHL strike

Germany: Verdi union calls DHL strike

Workers at the Deutsche Post subsidiary of the DHL logistics giant were set to stage a one-day strike for wage hikes. The firm cited high operating costs and called for “economically viable”
5 months ago
Trump signs order seeking to ban transgender troops
Trump signs order seeking to ban transgender troops

Trump signs order seeking to ban transgender troops

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to revise the Pentagon’s policy on transgender troops, among other things. The move seeks a ban on transgender people serving in the military.
5 months ago
Denmark announces $2 billion plan to boost Arctic security
Denmark announces $2 billion plan to boost Arctic security

Denmark announces $2 billion plan to boost Arctic security

Denmark’s defense minister has announced a deal with the governments of the Faroe Islands and Greenland to boost surveillance capacity and sovereignty assertion. The move comes as the US, Russia and China
5 months ago
DOJ fires federal lawyers involved in Trump's criminal cases
DOJ fires federal lawyers involved in Trump's criminal cases

DOJ fires federal lawyers involved in Trump’s criminal cases

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) said it fired career lawyers who worked on criminal cases involving President Donald Trump. The US Justice Department Tuesday said it had fired several career lawyers who worked on
5 months ago
France says EU could agree to ease Syria sanctions
France says EU could agree to ease Syria sanctions

France says EU could agree to ease Syria sanctions

EU foreign ministers were in Brussels to discuss lifting some sanctions on Syria after the fall of Bashar Assad’s regime. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said Hungary dropped its veto on Russian
5 months ago
South Korea investigators want Yoon formally charged
South Korea investigators want Yoon formally charged

South Korea investigators want Yoon formally charged

The anti-corruption agency leading a criminal investigation into the impeached president recommended he be indicted over insurrection charges. Yoon is still reeling from the aftermath of his short lived martial law bid.
5 months ago
Davos updates: Zelenskyy questions US NATO commitment
Davos updates: Zelenskyy questions US NATO commitment

Davos updates: Zelenskyy questions US NATO commitment

Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy asked whether the US saw NATO as being necessary as he addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos. Leaders from China, Ukraine and Germany have taken the stage on
5 months ago
Biden preemptively pardons Fauci, Milley, Jan. 6 committee
Biden preemptively pardons Fauci, Milley, Jan. 6 committee

Biden preemptively pardons Fauci, Milley, Jan. 6 committee

Just hours before the inauguration of his successor, Donald Trump, outgoing US President Joe Biden pardoned several former officials and members of Congress as a precautionary measure. In his final hours in
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Scholz says US ties 'vital' ahead of Trump inauguration
Scholz says US ties 'vital' ahead of Trump inauguration

Scholz says US ties ‘vital’ ahead of Trump inauguration

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called the US his country’s closest ally and highlighted Washington’s role in the development of democracy in West Germany. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stressed the importance of trans-Atlantic relations and
5 months ago
Trump vows to stop 'border invasion' at victory rally
Trump vows to stop 'border invasion' at victory rally

Trump vows to stop ‘border invasion’ at victory rally

Donald Trump told supporters at a pre-inauguration rally that he would fix “every single crisis” facing the nation and enact a slew of executive orders, repealing many of outgoing President Joe Biden’s
5 months ago
Scholz says Germany cannot turn page on Holocaust
Scholz says Germany cannot turn page on Holocaust

Scholz says Germany cannot turn page on Holocaust

Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Germany’s responsibility to pass down the memory of the Holocaust to each generation “will not end.” He also warned of an “alarming normalization” of antisemitism on social media.
5 months ago
German envoy warns Trump 'driven by vengeance'
German envoy warns Trump 'driven by vengeance'

German envoy warns Trump ‘driven by vengeance’ 

In a leaked cable, Germany’s ambassador to the US warned that Donald Trump will undermine democracy. Andreas Michaelis said he expects Trump to rob legislators, law enforcement and the media of independence.
5 months ago
Russia: 3 Navalny lawyers sentenced to prison
Russia: 3 Navalny lawyers sentenced to prison

Russia: 3 Navalny lawyers sentenced to prison

A Russian court has sentenced three lawyers of the late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny to between 3.5 and 5.5 years in prison. They were found guilty of belonging to an extremist
5 months ago
Cuba frees opposition leader Ferrer after deal with Biden
Cuba frees opposition leader Ferrer after deal with Biden

Cuba frees opposition leader Ferrer after deal with Biden

Cuban authorities freed opposition leader Jose Daniel Ferrer, among other prisoners, as part of a deal with outgoing US President Biden. Many of those released were political prisoners. Cuba freed opposition leader Jose
5 months ago
South Korea: Yoon refuses to attend questioning
South Korea: Yoon refuses to attend questioning

South Korea: Yoon refuses to attend questioning

South Korean President Yoon’s lawyer informed the press that he will not be appearing for questioning on Thursday, after he was dramatically arrested the day before over his failed attempt to declare
5 months ago
German police investigate AfD mock plane ticket campaign
German police investigate AfD mock plane ticket campaign

German police investigate AfD mock plane ticket campaign

A regional branch of the nationalist Alternative for Germany party has been distributing fake “airplane tickets” to promote the deportation of people to a “secure home country.” Police are investigating. Police in Germany have
5 months ago
Von der Leyen 'deeply touched' to receive Charlemagne Prize
Von der Leyen 'deeply touched' to receive Charlemagne Prize

Von der Leyen ‘deeply touched’ to receive Charlemagne Prize

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is recognized for successfully handling “crises of historic proportions.” The Charlemagne Prize honors personal contributions to European unity. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was
5 months ago
Germany backs plan allowing military to down suspect drones
Germany backs plan allowing military to down suspect drones

Germany backs plan allowing military to down suspect drones

Germany’s government green-lit a proposal that would allow the military to shoot down drones flying over critical infrastructure. Germany’s government on Wednesday said it approved a plan that would allow the military to
5 months ago
Mozambique: Daniel Chapo inaugurated after disputed election
Mozambique: Daniel Chapo inaugurated after disputed election

Mozambique: Daniel Chapo inaugurated after disputed election

The main opposition leader has promised to “paralyze” the country ahead of Daniel Chapo’s swearing-in. The October 9 election results have been questioned by international observers. Daniel Chapo took his oath of office
5 months ago
US: Biden to remove Cuba from sponsors of terrorism list
US: Biden to remove Cuba from sponsors of terrorism list

US: Biden to remove Cuba from sponsors of terrorism list

The Biden administration announced it was removing Cuba from a list of state sponsors of terrorism — reversing a move made by President-elect Donald Trump in 2021. The Biden administration announced Wednesday
5 months ago
South Africa: Survivors, corpses pulled from gold mine
South Africa: Survivors, corpses pulled from gold mine

South Africa: Survivors, corpses pulled from gold mine

South African authorities lifted the bodies of 36 people from an abandoned gold mine, police have said. Hundreds more people could be underground following a monthslong effort to force them out of
5 months ago
Biden says he's leaving Trump 'stronger' US
Biden says he's leaving Trump 'stronger' US

Biden says he’s leaving Trump ‘stronger’ US

Outgoing US President Joe Biden looks back on his foreign policy achievements before leaving office — from forging stronger American alliances to policies towards Ukraine and China. Outgoing US President Joe Biden on
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US places fresh export restrictions on AI chips
US places fresh export restrictions on AI chips

US places fresh export restrictions on AI chips

The US has announced new rules for exporting computer chips as Joe Biden concludes his presidency. These rules aim to prevent advanced technology from being sent to rivals like China. The outgoing administration
5 months ago
German-Iranian woman Nahid Taghavi released from prison
German-Iranian woman Nahid Taghavi released from prison

German-Iranian woman Nahid Taghavi released from prison

Amnesty International and Nahid Taghavi’s family say she has been released from an Iranian prison. The women’s rights activist was serving more than 10 years for “propaganda against the state.” Women’s rights
5 months ago
Romanians protest cancellation of presidential race
Romanians protest cancellation of presidential race

Romanians protest cancellation of presidential race

Tens of thousands of people are demanding that the election resume from the second round. The first round’s results were annulled after declassified security documents reported Russian backing for the shock front-runner.
5 months ago
Croatian populist president re-elected in landslide
Croatian populist president re-elected in landslide

Croatian populist president re-elected in landslide

Incumbent President Zoran Milanovic has overwhelmingly won reelection for another five-year term. The first round of voting took place in December 2024. Croatian President Zoran Milanovic won reelection for another five-year term on Sunday,
5 months ago
Donald Trump says set to meet Vladimir Putin
Donald Trump says set to meet Vladimir Putin

Donald Trump says set to meet Vladimir Putin

US President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday says preparations are already underway for a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump said the pair would discuss the war in Ukraine. The incoming US
5 months ago
Venezuela: Opposition leader Machado briefly detained
Venezuela: Opposition leader Machado briefly detained

Venezuela: Opposition leader Machado briefly detained

Maria Corina Machado was briefly detained while leaving a protest march, local media and party officials report. The opposition is back on the streets on the eve of Nicolas Maduro being sworn
5 months ago
Elon Musk hosts X talk with German far-right AfD's Weidel
Elon Musk hosts X talk with German far-right AfD's Weidel

Elon Musk hosts X talk with German far-right AfD’s Weidel

Elon Musk’s support of Alice Weidel’s party has already triggered an outcry in Germany, as the country gears for a general election. DW provides live fact-checking, explainers and reactions. Manfred Weber, leader
5 months ago
Sweden to purchase 44 German Leopard tanks
Sweden to purchase 44 German Leopard tanks

Sweden to purchase 44 German Leopard tanks

In a significant move to bolster its security, Sweden, the newest NATO member, is set to invest over €1.91 billion in acquiring new tanks and refurbishing its existing fleet. Sweden will  buy 44
5 months ago
Chad: Gunfire heard near presidency in N'Djamena
Chad: Gunfire heard near presidency in N'Djamena

Chad: Gunfire heard near presidency in N’Djamena

Residents said they heard gunshots near the presidential compound, according to reports. Shortly afterward, Infrastructure Minister Aziz Mahamat Saleh said the situation was “under control.” Gunshots were heard on Wednesday evening near
5 months ago
France warns Donald Trump against Greenland threats
France warns Donald Trump against Greenland threats

France warns Donald Trump against Greenland threats

France’s foreign minister has condemned US President-elect Donald Trump’s refusal to rule out a military takeover of Greenland. The minister said the EU would not tolerate threats against its “sovereign borders.” French Foreign
6 months ago
Four out of 10 Germans worried about political future
Four out of 10 Germans worried about political future

Four out of 10 Germans worried about political future

A new survey has found that many Germans have lost faith in their political leaders. The ruling SPD was seen as having “trust” and “competence” issues. A survey published Wednesday has found that four
6 months ago
Panama tells Trump canal sovereignty is 'non-negotiable'
Panama tells Trump canal sovereignty is 'non-negotiable'

Panama tells Trump canal sovereignty is ‘non-negotiable’

After US President-elect Donald Trump repeated inaccurate claims that China controls the Panama Canal, Panama has again reaffirmed its sovereignty over the key Atlantic-Pacific waterway. Panama reiterated on Tuesday that the sovereignty
6 months ago
Venezuela detains two Americans among group of 'mercenaries'
Venezuela detains two Americans among group of 'mercenaries'

Venezuela detains two Americans among group of ‘mercenaries’

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro accused the arrested foreigners of plotting “terrorist acts” ahead of his oath-taking ceremony. He is due to be inaugurated for a contentious third term on Friday. Venezuelan authorities have
6 months ago
Turkey threatens offensive against Syrian Kurdish fighters
Turkey threatens offensive against Syrian Kurdish fighters

Turkey threatens offensive against Syrian Kurdish fighters

The fall of Bashar Assad to Islamist-led rebels has raised the prospect of Turkey intervening in Syria against Kurdish forces accused by Ankara of links to armed separatists. Turkey threatened on Tuesday to launch
6 months ago
Germany pushing EU to ease sanctions on Syria
Germany pushing EU to ease sanctions on Syria

Germany pushing EU to ease sanctions on Syria 

Berlin is leading efforts within the bloc to ease sanctions imposed during Bashar Assad’s rule, the Financial Times has reported. The easing would come in return for progress on social issues. Germany is
6 months ago
Eurozone inflation stays sticky, rising to 2.4%
Eurozone inflation stays sticky, rising to 2.4%

Eurozone inflation stays sticky, rising to 2.4%

Data shows that inflation in the eurozone rose to its highest level in five months for December. The figures appear to confirm suspicion that price rises may not have been tamped down.
6 months ago
Syria: First international flights land after Assad fall
Syria: First international flights land after Assad fall

Syria: First international flights land after Assad fall

A Qatari plane was the first commercial passenger aircraft to land at Damascus Airport since early December. Officials are still evaluating whether the airport can fully reopen to international traffic. A Qatar
6 months ago
Indonesia officially becomes full member of BRICS bloc
Indonesia officially becomes full member of BRICS bloc

Indonesia officially becomes full member of BRICS bloc

The BRICS bloc of developing nations has a tenth full member: Indonesia. The world’s fourth-most populous nation officially joined the group on Monday, alongside India, Russia, China and others. Indonesia became the
6 months ago
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